In a dramatic military assertion, Israel has reportedly dismantled the “doomsday clock” in Tehran, an emblem of Iran’s vow to see Israel’s end by 2040, sending shockwaves through already tense international relations.
At a Glance
- Israel has claimed to have destroyed Iran’s “doomsday clock” in Tehran, which was counting down to the year 2040, when the regime predicted Israel’s destruction.
- The clock was installed in 2017 as a political and ideological symbol in Tehran’s Palestine Square.
- Israel’s Defense Minister stated the strike was part of broader military operations targeting regime sites in the Iranian capital.
- Iranian media has disputed the claim, releasing a video purporting to show the clock is still operational.
- The “battle of the clock” highlights the intense propaganda war being waged alongside the military conflict.
A Symbol Dismantled in a Daring Strike
Israel has reportedly dismantled Iran’s notorious “doomsday clock,” which stood as a chilling public reminder of the regime’s stated intention to see the end of Israel by 2040. The clock, located in Tehran’s Palestine Square since 2017, was more than just a timepiece; it was an ideological declaration. Its reported destruction by Israeli forces is a bold statement in the escalating conflict.
“In accordance with the directives of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and myself, the IDF is now attacking with unprecedented force regime targets and government repression bodies in the heart of Tehran,” Israel’s Defense Minister said in a statement covered by Insider Paper.
Wider Military Strikes and Conflicting Claims
The symbolic act of destroying the clock coincides with broader military attacks on Iranian security infrastructure. Reports indicate targets included the Basij militia headquarters and the notorious Evin Prison, facilities associated with regime enforcement and political repression.
However, Iran has pushed back on the Israeli claim. As reported by The Times of Israel, Iran’s semi-official Mehr news outlet released a video claiming that the “destruction clock” remains operational. The authenticity of the video has not been independently verified.
The Unending Conflict and Its Symbolism
As this geopolitical chess game continues, the ripple effects are felt across the globe. As detailed in a report from The Economic Times, Israel targeted the clock because it symbolized Iran’s desire to see Israel gone by 2040. Such claims continue to fuel the fire of propaganda in this contested space.
The “battle of the clock” is just one part of a wider conflict. According to the BBC, the ongoing exchange of fire has prompted calls for a ceasefire from U.S. President Donald Trump, even as international diplomatic efforts remain stalled. The world is watching closely as the tension between Israel and Iran simmers, asking the question—what’s next?
